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Enhanced Wireless Router

User Manual
F6D4230-4

8820-00034-A
Ok-mk 12/3/08

Splash Screen

Table of Contents

1 Introduction

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Advantages of a Wireless Network…………………………..x
Placement of your Enhanced Wireless Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . .x

2 Product Overview

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Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x

3 Knowing your Router

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Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements . . . . . .x

4 Connecting and Configuring your Router

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5 Alternate Setup Method

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6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

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Changing LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . x
Setting WPA/WPA2 Encryption…………………x
Setting WEP Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Using the Access Point Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Setting MAC Address Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Configuring the Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Using Dynamic DNS……………………………………….x
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Restarting the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x

7 Manually Configuring Network Settings

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8 Recommended Web Browser Settings

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9 Troubleshooting

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10 Information

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Page 1: ...ssistant Software System Requirements x 4 Connecting and Configuring your Router x 5 Alternate Setup Method x 6 Using the Web Based Advanced User Interface x Changing LAN Settings x Viewing the DHCP C...

Page 2: ...re a single printer with the entire family Share documents music video and digital pictures Store retrieve and copy files from one computer to another Simultaneously play games online check Internet e...

Page 3: ...from your Router connection speed may decrease Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions and walls If you have co...

Page 4: ...ovens Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include Refrigerators Washers and or dryers Metal cabinets Large aquariums Metallic based UV tinted windows If your wireless signal seems we...

Page 5: ...ou need to cover an even wider area we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender Access Point 5 Secure Connections VPNs and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password and are u...

Page 6: ...st of features that make your new Belkin Enhanced Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network Works with Both PCs and Mac Computers The Router supports a variety of network...

Page 7: ...P flooding Tear Drop Attack ICMP defect RIP defect and fragment flooding Integrated 10 100 4 Port Switch The Router has a built in four port network switch to allow your wired computers to share print...

Page 8: ...ter can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual see page xx VERIFY PAGE NUMBER Integrated Enhanced Wireless Access Point Enhanced is an exciting new wireless technolog...

Page 9: ...ual on the Setup Assistant CD System Requirements Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 Ethernet connection At least one computer with an installed network interface ada...

Page 10: ...er has been designed to be placed on a desktop All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the R...

Page 11: ...up feature Please refer to the Changing the Wireless Security Settings section C Wireless Computer Status Off Wireless computer is not present Solid Green Wireless computer is connected to the Router...

Page 12: ...necting properly to the Router E Router Power Status When you apply power to the Router or restart it a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up During this time the router icon blinks W...

Page 13: ...nique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet When the light is off the Router is NOT connected to the Internet When the light is blinking amber the Router is attempting to connect...

Page 14: ...20929_8820 00034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 14 of 114 Need photoshopped photo H Connections to Wired Computers Gray...

Page 15: ...to connect the modem to this port Use of a cable other than the one supplied with the Router may not work properly J Reset Button Red The reset button is used in rare cases when the Router may functi...

Page 16: ...Software CD User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD Modem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connectio...

Page 17: ...dows 2000 XP or Vista or Mac OS X v10 x you must set up the Router using the Alternate Setup Method section of this User Manual Please insert QIG 8820 00035 A Keep existing screenshots for Step2 Inser...

Page 18: ...00034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 18 of 114 Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow Click Next t...

Page 19: ...20 00034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 19 of 114 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed Insert E...

Page 20: ...1 1 Checking Settings The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router s connection to the Internet 1 2 Verifying Hardware Con...

Page 21: ...ll display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier SSID This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect You...

Page 22: ...eenshot above the r in router should be capitalized in Belkin routers 1 4 Requesting Internet Account Info if needed If your Internet account requires a login and password you will be prompted with a...

Page 23: ...ce we can configure most of it also header should read Internet account info note the sentence casing to remain consistent with the prev headers insert EZI_9b tif EZI_9c tif 1 5 Configuring the Router...

Page 24: ...0034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 24 of 114 insert EZI_11 tif 1 6 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to t...

Page 25: ...will see the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going to any website You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your...

Page 26: ...14 insert EZI_done tif header in screenshot above should say Congratulations Your Router is set up Troubleshooting If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet you will see the follow...

Page 27: ...er_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 27 of 114 insert EZI_17 tif 1 7 Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to yo...

Page 28: ...r instructions on how to connect When you do so look for your network John s Home Wi Fi Connecting computers with wired cables Computers with wired network adapters can use this network If you still n...

Page 29: ...ate Setup Method Step 1 Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide See the QIG or Step 1 Hardware Connections from the previous section Step 2 Set your Computer s Network Settings to Wor...

Page 30: ...as http or www Then press the Enter key use existing tif Logging into the Router You will see the Router s home page in your browser window The home page is visible to any user who wants to see it To...

Page 31: ...thod is automatic The login will time out after a specified period of time The default login time out is 10 minutes This can be changed from one to 99 minutes For more information see the section in t...

Page 32: ...button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of one button When you are logged into the Router this button will change to read Logout Logging into the Router will take you to a s...

Page 33: ...he links or by clicking the quick navigation links on the left side of the screen 11 Page Name The page you are on can be identified by this name This User Manual will sometimes refer to pages by name...

Page 34: ...20929_8820 00034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 34 of 114 insert WAN tif A B C...

Page 35: ...c Page 35 of 114 Setting your Connection Type From the Connection Type page you can select the type of connection you use Select the type of connection you use by clicking the button 1 next to your co...

Page 36: ...rovided if you were assigned one Your host name is assigned by your ISP Some dynamic connections may require that you clone the MAC address of the PC that was originally connected to the modem 1 Host...

Page 37: ...k and ISP gateway address This information is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your ISP left with you Type in your information then click Apply Changes 4 After you apply the changes th...

Page 38: ...o the service If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that doesn t require a modem you may also use PPPoE Your connection type is PPPoE if Your ISP gave you a user name and pas...

Page 39: ...that appear 5 MTU The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you a specific MTU setting Making changes to the MTU setting can cause problems with your Internet connection including...

Page 40: ...ng PPTP protocol a type of connection most common in European countries This sets up a direct connection to the ISP s system Type in the information provided by your ISP in the space provided When you...

Page 41: ...ur IP address and subnet mask in the fields that appear 6 Connection ID Optional Provided by your ISP Enter the connection ID here Setting your Internet Service Provider ISP Connection Type to Layer 2...

Page 42: ...n your password and retype it into the Retype Password box to confirm it 3 Host Name Provided by your ISP Enter your host name here 4 Service IP Address Provided by your ISP Enter your L2TP gateway se...

Page 43: ...f time For instance placing a check mark next to this option and entering 5 into the minute field will cause the Router to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet activity This...

Page 44: ...Router The Automatic from ISP box 1 should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address If you are using a static IP connection type then you may need to enter a specific DNS address...

Page 45: ...ion not to work Belkin has provided the ability to clone copy the MAC address of the computer into the Router This MAC address in turn will be seen by the ISP s system as the original MAC address and...

Page 46: ...In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address You can manually enter one in the MAC Address page Type in a MAC address in the spaces provided 2 and click Apply Changes 3 to save the...

Page 47: ...hing else such as http or www then press the Enter key use existing tif You will see the Router s home page in your browser window Viewing the LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab 1 will...

Page 48: ...ld be a non routable IP Examples of a non routable IP are 192 168 x x where x is anything between 1 and 254 10 x x x where x is anything between 1 and 254 172 y x x where x is anything between 1 and 2...

Page 49: ...orever meaning that any time a computer is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server the IP address will not change for that particular computer Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one d...

Page 50: ...kin_XXXXXX the XXXXXX represent six digits that are unique to your Router Your network name will look something like Belkin_123456 You can change this to anything you choose or you can leave it unchan...

Page 51: ...ss Channel There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose in the United States there are 11 and in the United Kingdom and most of Europe there are 13 In a small number of other cou...

Page 52: ...enabled 1 Off This mode will turn OFF the Router s access point so no wireless devices can join the network Turning off the wireless function of your Router is a great way to secure your network when...

Page 53: ...r the presence of wireless networks To turn off the broadcast of the SSID remove the check mark from the box next to Broadcast SSID and then click Apply Changes The change is immediate Each computer n...

Page 54: ...z Auto Setting the Router to this mode allows it to switch automatically between 20MHz and 40MHz operation This mode enables 40MHz operation to maximize speed for draft 802 11n compliant devices when...

Page 55: ...PS image from P75490 F5D8232 4 v1000 user manual 1 Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Enabled or Disabled 2 Personal Identification Number PIN Method In this method a wireless client wishing to access your net...

Page 56: ...n both WPA2 Personal PSK mode and WPA2 Enterprise RADIUS mode Typically WPA2 Personal PSK is the mode that will be used in a home environment while WPA2 Enterprise RADIUS is implemented in a business...

Page 57: ...nection to the Router Setting WEP Encryption Note to Mac users The Passphrase option will not operate with Apple AirPort To configure encryption for your Mac computer set the encryption using the manu...

Page 58: ...ssphrase Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A F and 0...

Page 59: ...sharing feature and DHCP server In AP mode the Router will need to be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you will bridge to The default IP address...

Page 60: ...list applies only to wireless computers This list can be configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access When you e...

Page 61: ...k Add 4 3 Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to add have been entered 4 Click Apply Changes 5 to finish Setting up a Deny Access List The Deny Access list lets you specify compute...

Page 62: ...820 00034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 62 of 114 3 Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to deny access to have been entered 4 Click Apply Changes 5 to...

Page 63: ...SYN flood UDP flooding Tear Drop Attack ICMP defect RIP defect Fragment flooding The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks These ports appear to be stealth meani...

Page 64: ...t 21 or other applications through your Router to your internal network Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall computers outside your network over the Internet cannot get to them be...

Page 65: ...of the row that you want to remove then click Clear Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server To manually enter settings enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal server ma...

Page 66: ...ddress of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields 1 Next enter 80 in both the port fields 2 Select Both 3 Select Block 4 You can also select Always to block access all of the time...

Page 67: ...ker attacks Insert DMZ tif To put a computer in the DMZ enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP field and select Enable Click Apply Changes for the change to take effect If you are using mul...

Page 68: ...ting yourname dyndns org instead To register free for your Dynamic DNS host name please visit http www dyndns org Setting up the Router s Dynamic DNS Update Client You must register with DynDNS org s...

Page 69: ...what is known as pinging to find potential victims on the Internet By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address a hacker can determine that something of interest migh...

Page 70: ...of 114 insert WAN_Ping tif To turn off the ping response select Block ICMP Ping 1 and click Apply Changes The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping Utilities The Utilities screen lets you manage di...

Page 71: ...starting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings...

Page 72: ...med jpg keep 4 A 60 second countdown will appear on the screen When the countdown reaches zero the Router will be restarted The Router home page should appear automatically If not type in the Router s...

Page 73: ...irmed jpg keep 4 A 60 second countdown will appear on the screen When the countdown reaches zero the Router s defaults will be restored The Router home page should appear automatically If it does not...

Page 74: ...cation where you want to save the configuration file Select a location You can name the file anything you want or use the default name user conf Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself...

Page 75: ...6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 75 of 114 Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration insert restore_previous s...

Page 76: ...e All configuration files end with a conf Locate the configuration file you want to restore and double click on it 9230_Restore_Saved_Settings_Choose_File jpg keep 2 You will be asked if you want to c...

Page 77: ...irmware From time to time Belkin may release new versions of the Router s firmware Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed When Belkin releases new fi...

Page 78: ...version is available you will have the option to download it Downloading a New Version of Firmware If you click the Check Firmware button and a new version of firmware is available you will see a scr...

Page 79: ...s complete you will see the following window Click Close screenshot PM did not provide The download of the firmware is complete To update the firmware follow the next steps in Updating the Router s Fi...

Page 80: ...l be asked if you are sure you want to continue Click OK 9230_Firmware_Update_Confirmation jpg keep 5 You will see one more message This message tells you that the Router may not respond for as long a...

Page 81: ...in the future It is also recommended that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management feature of your Router insert Admin_password tif Changing the Login Time Out Setting The login ti...

Page 82: ...management allows you to make changes to your Router s settings from anywhere on the Internet There are two methods of remotely managing the Router The first is to allow access to the Router from anyw...

Page 83: ...nicate with the Router basically telling the Router which way it needs the firewall configured The Router ships with the UPnP feature disabled If you are using any applications that are UPnP compliant...

Page 84: ...tif Manually Configuring Network Settings Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST using these steps You can also use these steps to add computers to your Router after the...

Page 85: ...control panel Select Ethernet Built In or Ethernet in the Connect via drop down menu 1 xxxxxxx use current image keep 3 Next to Configure 2 if Manually is selected your Router will need to be set up f...

Page 86: ...keep 5 Close the window If you made any changes the following window will appear Click Save xxxxxxx use current image keep Restart the computer When the computer restarts your network settings are now...

Page 87: ...g PPPoE is NOT selected If it is you will need to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password 5 If Manually is selected your Router will need to be set up for a...

Page 88: ...ttings in Windows 2000 NT XP or Vista 1 Click Start Settings then Control Panel 2 Double click on the Network and dial up connections icon Windows 2000 or the Network icon Windows XP or Vista 3 Right...

Page 89: ...eep 5 If Use the following IP address 2 is selected your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write the address information the table below You will need to enter this informa...

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Page 91: ...l see the following window 98 Me IP properties tif use current image keep 3 If Specify and IP address is selected your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write the address i...

Page 92: ...Page 92 of 114 win2k settings chart tif keep use current image 7 If not already selected select Obtain IP address automatically on the IP address tab Click OK Restart the computer When the computer re...

Page 93: ...then change your browser s settings to the recommended settings in this section Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 0 or Higher 1 Start your web browser Select Tools then Internet Options insert Internet_o...

Page 94: ...29_8820 00034_F6D4230 4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean doc Page 94 of 114 IE6_Internet_Optio ns_Connections jpg 3 Under the Internet Options screen click on Connections and select LAN Settin...

Page 95: ...se automatic configuration script and Use a proxy server Click OK Then click OK again in the Internet Options page IE6_Internet_Options_ Connections_LAN_Settings jpg Netscape Navigator 4 0 or Higher 1...

Page 96: ...15 20 seconds open up your CD ROM drive by double clicking on the My Computer icon that is located on your desktop 2 Next double click on the CD ROM drive that the Setup Assistant CD has been placed i...

Page 97: ...ternet access works properly you will need to change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall softwar...

Page 98: ...ay need to be typed as well as your user name If you continue to have no Internet connection reference the section titled Manually Configuring Network Settings page xx of this User Manual for an alter...

Page 99: ...ut my web browser doesn t work I am unable to connect to the Internet The modem LED on my Router is on and the internet LED is blinking 1 If you cannot connect to the Internet the modem LED is on and...

Page 100: ...ersonal Firewall and Norton Personal Firewall 2 If you do have firewall software installed on your computer please make sure that you properly configure it You can determine if the firewall software i...

Page 101: ...ss card you have however any of the utilities should have a list of Available Networks those wireless networks it can connect to Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results Yes my net...

Page 102: ...ow appears under Available Networks you may have a range or interference problem Please see the suggestions discussed in the section titled Placement of your Enhanced Wireless Router of this User Manu...

Page 103: ...cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate To change this property go to the Windows Control Panel open Network Connections and double click on your wireless card s connection In the proper...

Page 104: ...9 For 128 bit WEP you need to enter 26 hex keys For example C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 128 bit key 4 Click Apply Changes to finish Encryption in the Router is now set Each of your compute...

Page 105: ...u need to enter 26 keys This network key needs to match the key you assign to your Router For example C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 128 bit key 8 Click OK and then Apply to save the settings...

Page 106: ...use the same key that the Router uses For instance if the key is Smith Family Network Key in the Router the clients must also use that same key 1 Double click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the...

Page 107: ...will display the following screen Ensure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is checked need image 3 Under the Wireless Networks tab click the Configure button and you...

Page 108: ...household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2 4GHz Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the...

Page 109: ...tice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection aga...

Page 110: ...dio of this device complies with RSS 210 Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause...

Page 111: ...To determine the type of transmitter check the identification label on your Belkin product Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 72 23 EE...

Page 112: ...iginal purchase receipt as discounted by its natural use What is not covered by this warranty All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection upon...

Page 113: ...BELKIN THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND SUCH...

Page 114: ...erah Business Park Tuggerah NSW 2259 Australia 61 0 2 4350 4600 61 0 2 4350 4700 fax 2009 Belkin International Inc All rights reserved All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufactu...

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